Automation Systems Engineer
Rochester, NY, USA
Job Type
Full Time
Overview
Photonect Interconnect Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Automation Systems Engineer to join our team and drive the development of cutting-edge automation solutions for fiber-to-chip alignment and fusion splicing. In this role, you will play a crucial part in commercializing our benchtop setup into a robust and scalable product.
Role Description
Alignment Routine Development:
Design and implement advanced alignment routines for precise fiber-to-chip alignment, ensuring optimal optical coupling and minimizing losses.
Develop image processing algorithms and computer vision techniques to accurately detect and track fiber cores and chip waveguides.
Integrate active alignment algorithms with precision motion control systems to achieve sub-micron alignment accuracy.
Fusion Splicing Integration:
Integrate a CO2 laser fusion splicing system into the automation platform for permanent and low-loss fiber-to-chip interconnections.
Develop control algorithms and feedback loops to monitor and optimize the fusion splicing process in real-time.
Implement calibration routines and testing procedures to ensure reliable and repeatable fusion splicing performance.
Hardware Integration and Automation:
Design and develop hardware interfaces and control systems to integrate various components, such as imaging systems, motion stages, and laser systems.
Implement automation routines to streamline the entire fiber-to-chip alignment and fusion splicing process, from fiber preparation to final interconnection.
Optimize automation sequences for efficiency, throughput, and scalability, ensuring seamless integration into production environments.
Commercialization and Product Development:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transition the benchtop setup into a robust and commercially viable product.
Participate in product design reviews, ensuring adherence to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.
Develop user interfaces, documentation, and training materials to support product deployment and customer adoption.
Requirements
This role does not have fixed requirements; candidates with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in automation systems engineering, with a focus on precision motion control and optical systems.
Strong programming skills in languages such as C++, Python, or LabVIEW.
Expertise in image processing, computer vision, and machine learning techniques.
Knowledge of laser systems, particularly CO2 lasers for fusion splicing applications.
Experience with hardware integration, control systems, and embedded programming.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a strong attention to detail.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Salary Range: $70,000-$110,000 per annum.
Join our team at Photonect Interconnect Solutions and be part of a dynamic company at the forefront of photonics technology. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
Please send an email with your resume to info@photonectcorp.com .